A Terre Haute man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison in connection with the death of a 12-year-old girl, according to court records. The sentencing took place on June 30, 2026, in Vigo County Superior Court.
The defendant, whose name has not been released due to ongoing legal proceedings, pleaded guilty to a charge of reckless homicide. The charge stemmed from an incident in 2025 that led to the child's death.
Prosecutors said the man's actions directly contributed to the girl's death, though specific details of the case remain sealed. The victim's family expressed grief but declined to comment on the sentence.
The judge noted the severity of the crime but cited the defendant's lack of prior criminal record and cooperation with authorities as factors in the 10-year sentence. The man will serve the full term without the possibility of parole.
